Definition

A large hole in the ground filled with sand, often used for children to play in or for construction purposes.

Example

The children had a great time building castles in the sandpit at the park.

Conversation

Did you see the new sandpit they built at the park?

Yeah, it looks like a lot of fun for the kids!

I can't wait to take my nephew there to play in the sandpit.

He'll have a blast digging and building sandcastles!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sandpit** → The word is formed from "sand" (from Old English *sand*, meaning loose granular material) and "pit" (from Old English *pytt*, meaning a hole or cavity in the ground). A sandpit refers to a hole or area filled with sand, typically for play or construction purposes.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'hole' ('pit') filled with 'loose granular material' ('sand') — that's what a sandpit is.

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